ALLENTOWN, NJ –Monmouth County 4-H is participating in the 7^th annual spring 2016 4-H Paper Clover Campaign. Residents can support 4-H by purchasing a clover at the Tractor Supply Company located in Allentown, at 701 County Route 524. All proceeds raised directly benefit the state and local 4-H programs in counties where a Tractor Supply Company store is located.

The 2016 campaign will take place April 13 through April 24. Shoppers at the Tractor Supply Company store will have the opportunity to support Monmouth County 4-H by purchasing paper clovers for a $1 or more at the checkout.

“The 4-H Youth Development Program uses a hands-on approach to teach our youth how to gain the knowledge, skills and use the proper approach to become caring and contributing citizens.” said Freeholder Lillian G. Burry, liaison to the Cooperative Extension Service. “The campaign is a great way to show support for the Monmouth County 4-H program.”

All funds raised are donated to 4-H, supporting and assisting statewide development programs, including statewide 4-H animal science project events.

Visit www.tractorsupply.com/4-H for more information on the spring 2016 4-H Paper Clover Campaign.

If you would more information on the local 4-H program or about 4-H clubs, please contact the Monmouth County 4-H office at 732-431-7260.

The 4-H Youth Development Program is part of Rutgers Cooperative Extension. 4-H offers educational programs to all youth, grades K-13, on an age appropriate basis, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation or disability. For additional information, go to www.nj4h.rutgers.edu

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